Barcelona prepares to trigger release clause for Villarreal striker Etta Eyong
Barcelona are considering a surprise move for Villarreal striker Etta Eyong, with reports in Spain suggesting the club is ready to pay his €5 million release clause.
Barça Look to Secure Rising Prospect
According to Fichajes, club president Joan Laporta and sporting director Deco view the 21-year-old Cameroonian as a long-term investment. Despite Barcelona’s fragile financial situation, the relatively low fee would not be a stumbling block.
Eyong has already scored this season in his only appearance for Villarreal. Last year, he made his professional debut with four games and one goal, quickly earning a reputation as one of Spanish football’s emerging forwards.
Eyong on Barça’s Radar Since Youth Days
Originally discovered by Cádiz, Eyong has been tracked by Barcelona since his academy days. Hansi Flick’s staff now see him as an affordable option who can grow within the squad without immediately demanding a starting role.
Lewandowski Successor Still a Priority
While Eyong is viewed as a prospect, Barcelona’s broader strategy for 2026 remains focused on signing a top-class striker. With Robert Lewandowski nearing the end of his contract and future uncertain, the club is expected to pursue an established No. 9.
Among the names on the list is Atlético Madrid forward Julián Álvarez, though negotiations with a direct rival are likely to be complicated. Barcelona believe the player’s openness to a move could still play in their favor.
